Master of Commerce in Financial Accounting at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A full-thesis Master of Commerce for candidates with a strong financial or management accounting background who want to advance research expertise in financial accounting. It consists of a supervised research thesis and a related article suitable for an accredited journal.

Faculty: Economic and Management Sciences | Department: School of Accountancy | Duration: Two years | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A single compulsory 180-credit Thesis in Financial Accounting, supervised within the School of Accountancy, plus a publishable article based on the research.

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Entry requirements

A BComHons in Financial Accounting or Management Accounting from Stellenbosch University or an equivalent qualification from another university. At least 60% for Financial Accounting in previous undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Any additional preparatory work approved by Senate. Registration as Chartered Management Accountant with CIMA or an equivalent professional registration, and knowledge of research methodology (methodology modules may be required). Selection requires a mini research proposal, evaluation by the programme leader and Deputy Director: Research, and presentation of the proposal to the School admissions committee. CV, proof of professional registration and a research proposal or statement of research interest are required.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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